Aluminum Scrap Value Calculator

Estimate the scrap value of your aluminum drops and offcuts. Input dimensions, alloy, and quantity. Get a dollar estimate based on current scrap market rates.

Last updated April 2026

Default Scrap Rates
6061 / 5052: $0.60/lb
7075 / 7050 / 2024: $0.68/lb
Mixed / Unknown: $0.48/lb

Scrap prices fluctuate. These are estimates based on recent market rates. Override the price field above for current pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is aluminum scrap worth?

Clean aluminum scrap (6061, 7075 plate drops) typically sells for $0.50-$0.90 per pound depending on alloy, market conditions, and quantity. Mixed or contaminated scrap fetches less. Sorted, clean drops from known alloys command a premium because they can be directly remelted. Check current LME aluminum prices as scrap values track the commodity market.

What affects aluminum scrap price?

Key factors are alloy grade (7075 commands a premium over 6061), cleanliness (oil-free and uncontaminated material pays more), volume (larger lots get better per-pound pricing), and current commodity markets. Sorted single-alloy drops are worth significantly more than mixed bins. Plate drops with known mill certs can sometimes be resold as usable stock rather than scrap.

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